narcolepsy
/ˈnɑːr.kəˌlɛp.si/
NOUN
1. A sleep disorder involving sudden and uncontrollable sleep attacks
A disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable attacks of deep sleep, often brief, sometimes accompanied by paralysis and hallucinations.
1.1. A condition involving excessive sleepiness
Refers to narcolepsy as a sleep-related condition marked by overwhelming daytime sleepiness and episodes of falling asleep unexpectedly.
Synonyms
- catalepsy
Antonyms
- alertness
- wakefulness
- restlessness
- insomnia
- sleeplessness
Examples
- She managed her daily life effectively despite living with narcolepsy.
- The support group provided a community for people with narcolepsy.
- The scientist dedicated her research to better understanding the causes of narcolepsy.
Related Words
- drowsiness
- sleepiness
- sleep disorder
- sleep attacks
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- encephalitis lethargica
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